Oppressed by Rome and desperate for release, Uzziel risks capture by Roman soldiers as strange signs, visitations, and ancient predictions of a powerful king occur. With the city full of travelers, Uzziel's curiosity pushes him through dark and narrow alleys, intent on learning the secret his uncle seeks. Now, as a keeper of the knowledge that his people's long awaited Messiah has arrived, can Uzziel keep this secret from the power-hungry Romans?


Excited for the victory the prophesied deliverer will bring over their enemies, Uzziel makes plans to usher in his new king's reign. But when Roman soldiers swoop upon his village like lions on a flock of helpless sheep-Uzziel's expectations shatter. Will anything line up with what he anticipates?